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Come Unto Me: Come Unto Me
Drama, 23 minutes, color, 2016
Director: John Lyde; Writer: Joshua French; Producer: John Lyde, Paul D. Hunt; Executive Producer: Ron Brough; Director of Photography: Airk Thaughbaer; Original Score: James Schafer; Editor: Airk Thaughbaer.
Cast: Darin Southam, Shaunna Thompson, Cooper Johnson, Caddis Adams.
Synopsis:
Young Samuel and his sister Mary are on the run from Roman soldiers who have torn their family apart. Surviving any way they can, they meet a woman named Mary who introduces them to her son Jesus—-an event that will forever change their lives. Shown at LDS Film Festival, Saturday, March 5, 2016, 2:15 p.m. Scera Xango Grand Theatre.

Ephriam's Rescue Ephriam's Rescue From T.C. Christensen, director of the sensational pioneer film, 17 Miracles, comes the heroic true story of a simple man who was called to do the work of angels. Ephraim’s Rescue relates the story of Ephraim Hanks: a rescuer of the Martin Handcart company.
Follow Ephraim as his adventures lead him to join the Mormon Church and to ultimately lead one of the most heroic rescues in American history. With a unique desire to help and strengthen others, Ephraim learns that each choice we make can prepare us for what lies ahead. He discovers, through it all, that decisions determine destiny.
The cast is led by Darin Southam, who plays Ephraim Hanks; Joseph Paur--Brigham Young; Katherine Nelson--Alice Dobson. Producers--Ron Tanner and Steven A. Lee; Cinnematographer, director, and Producer--T. C. Christensen; Editor--Tanner Christensen. Premier May 31, 2013.

The Evanescence of Hope:Documentary, 71 minutes, color, 2015. Writer, Director, Producer: Loren M. Lambert; Director of Photography: Sami Jawhar, Josh Sampson; Production Designer: Loren M. Lambert; Original Score: Layly Minoui; Editor: Josh Samson. Synopsis: Against all odds, many small miracles converge to rescue the life of Mansour Aryzand, husband, father of three, community leader, Iranian immigrant and BYU graduate, who has been washed over several waterfalls in Bells Canyon, suffered severe injuries and is about to drown. Screening: Friday, March 6, 12:00 pm, Scera Showhouse II.

For Our Day: Covenant on th Land: Documentary, 2013; Official Website: For Our Day: Covenant on the Land; Writer, Director: James F. Stoddard III, L. Hannah Stoddard; Producer: James F. Stoddard III; Executive Producer: James F. Stoddard III; Editor: L. Hannah Stoddard, James F. Stoddard IV; Animator/Artist: Leah M. Stoddard; Animator: James F. Stoddard IV. Cast: Timothy Ballard, Scott N. Bradley, Jenet J. Erickson, Von N. Hansen, Michael Kennedy Jr., Jayson S. Kunzler, Rod L. Meldrum, Jack Monnett, Bruce H. Porter, Hartman Rector Jr., Candace E. Salima, Scott P. Swain, V. Lauri Updike. Synopsis: Is latter-day history laid out and foreshadowed in the Book of Mormon? What if we were to take the most fundamental and key prophetic events of the last days and organize them chronologically, and then lay out the Book of Mormon history on top of it? How does this help us better understand the signs of the times in the last days? For Our Day: Covenant on the Land discusses the covenant on the Promised Land for both ancient and modern inhabitants. Premier: 14th Annual LDS Film Festival, February 7, 2014, at Scera Center, Orem Utah.

Freetown: FREETOWN tells the story of eight courageous young missionaries. We plan to shoot the entire film in Africa, which would make it the first of its kind from a local production company (Utah). Garrett Batty has signed on to direct the film, while TCP (Three Coin Productions) will produce. Melissa Larsen has authored the screenplay. IN 1989, Charles Taylor’s rebel group, The National Patriotic Front of Liberia, launched an insurrection against then leader, Samuel Doe. By the following year, Taylor’s rebels had taken control of most of the country and killed Doe. More than 200,000 people died in the fighting that occurred between 1989 and 1996 in what is known as the First Liberian Civil War. At this time, the presence of the LDS Church in the area was relatively new. Eight native Liberian missionaries were serving in the country and were under immediate threat when war broke out. They had to leave the country, but doing so could be impossible, even deadly. Producer: Adam Abel, Garrett Batty; Executive Producer: Bob Carter, Kathy Carter, Nathan Fisher, Rachel Fisher, Brit Server, Bridgette Server, Dan Ashby, Nicole Ashby, Mark Holt, John Whetten; Director of Photography: Jeremy Prusso; Production Designer: Albert Aidoo Bervell; Original Score: Robert Allen Elliott; Editor: Connor O'Malley, S. Mckay Stevens; Sound Mixer: Aaron Merrill. Cast: Henry Adofo, Michael Attram, Phillip Michael, Bright Dodoo, Clement Amegayie, Alphonse Menyo, Great Ejiro, Nuong Faalong, Bill Myers, Godwin Namboh. Based on incredible true events, Freetown is a thrilling and inspiring story of hope and survival. Utah Premier at the LDS Film Festival March 4, 2015. Release date April 8, 2015.

Hypothesis Documentary, 47 minutes, color, 2012; Writer, Director, Producer: Brett Smith; Original Score: Jeremiah Olsen, ValhallA; Editor: Brett Smith; New York City Unit: Ted Walter, Justin Lange. Synopsis: Hypothesis is documentary film about BYU physics professor Steven E. Jones and explores his startling discoveries about the 9/11 terrorist attacks and the implications these data had on the public, academia, and even his own career. Shown at the LDS Film Festival 2013; Friday, January 25, 12:00 pm, Scera Showhouse II.

A Labor of Love: The Story of Amasa Mason Lyman: Documentary, 2013; Director: Dennis Lyman; Writer: Glenn Rawson; Producers: Dennis Lyman, Glenn Rawson; Executive Producer: Jack Lyman, Amy Lyman, Clayson Lyman, Clisbee Lyman, Greg Lyman (The Lyman Family History Organization); Director of Photography: Dennis Lyman; Original Score: Kevin MacLeod; Editor: Adam Lyman; Sound Design: Matt Davis. Cast: Glenn Rawson, Scholars - Richard Lambert, Richard Lyman Bushman, Mark Staker, Edward Leo Lyman, Jan Shipps, Alex Baugh, Richard Bennett, Richard E. Turley, Jr, Lyman DePlatt. Synopsis: History of the Saints presents this documentary about Amasa M Lyman's life with insights from religious historians. Amasa was a dedicated missionary and Church leader who made many important contributions to the new and rapidly growing church for which history has forgotten him. He was there at critical times in Nauvoo, Winter Quarters, Utah, and California. This documentary follows Amasa from his conversion in New England to Kirtland and that memorable moment when he met the prophet Joseph Smith, through numerous missions around the world, and finally his efforts to lead the Saints as they built numerous settlements throughout the American West. Premier: 14th Annual LDS Film Festival, February 6, 2014, at Scera Center, Orem Utah.

Larry Gelwix: No Regrets Documentary, 52 minutes, color, 2011; Director: Nathan D. Lee; Producer: Adam Abel; Executive Producer: Scott Swofford, Derek Marquis; Director of Photography: Nathan D. Lee; Original Score: Jeremy Lamb; Editor: Nathan D. Lee, Stephen Aldridge. Synopsis: The Highland High School rugby team has won 20 out of 23 National Championships. They have an unmatched record of 390 wins and 9 losses. The program has changed young boys into men and community leaders. At the center of it all is their volunteer coach, Larry Gelwix, a man who lives what he teaches: a life with no regrets. This documentary follows Larry and the Highland Rugby team through their history and through Larry's final season with the team in 2011, exploring what makes people champions of life. Shown at the LDS Film Festival 2013; Thursday, January 24, 4:30 pm, Scera Xango Grand Theatre.

'Lehi in Arabia: The Search for Nephi's Bountiful' 2015 now ready for international sale and available through a number of outlets and online.
Featuring an original score, this comprehensive documentary follows Lehi's incredible journey from Jerusalem to the New World. Narrated by Scot Proctor (Meridian Magazine) and features onsite interviews with Noel Reynolds, Warren Aston, botanists, archaeologists, geologists and cultural historians which explore all potential Bountiful candidates on the Arabian Peninsula.
With stunning images shot on location over three years and covering more than 30 years of exploration and research, Lehi in Arabia includes new scholarly insights and exciting discoveries made in the last few years. Regardless of which New World geography theory is subscribed to it is a captivating lesson resource and the perfect companion for personal and family Book of Mormon study.
Timed to coincide with the 2016 Book of Mormon adult curriculum and the upcoming release of Lehi and Sariah in Arabia, the follow up to Warren Aston's Book of Mormon best seller, In The Footsteps of Lehi. It will be advertised through Meridian Magazine and an online website and advertising campaign. The trailer is available at Lehi in Arabia

Murder of the Mormon Prophet: Documentary, 82 minutes, color, 2013; Director: Nick Galieti; Writers: LeGrand L. Baker, Bret Eborn, Nick Galieti; Music: Erik Malory, Michael Creagor; Narrator: Doug Stone. Synopsis: This is the story of the murder of Joseph Smith, the Mormon prophet. He was the founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, translator of the Book of Mormon, Mayor of Nauvoo, Illinois, and, at the time of his death, a candidate for the presidency of the United States. Based on the book by LeGrand L. Baker. Shown at the LDS Film Festival 2013; Thursday, January 24, 2:30 pm, Scera Showhouse II.

Once I Was A Beehive: Writer, Director: Maclain Nelson; Producer: Jake Van Wagoner, Lisa Clark, Hailey Smith, Clare Niederpruem; Executive Producer: Maclain Nelson; Director of Photography: Joel Remke; Production Designer: Anne Black; Original Score: Mike Bishop; Editor: Kristi Shimek. Cast: Paris Warner, Mila Smith, Clare Niederpruem, Lisa Clark, Hailey Smith, Barta Heiner, Adam Lane Speer is your typical teenage girl. She loves her mom and dad but doesn't want to spend every waking moment with them. She never realized how much she took them for granted until she loses her father to an unexpected bout with cancer. Lane finds herself in a
crisis of faith, doubting everything her dad taught her about God and religion. Only one year later, her mother remarries a man she met in a support group for people who have lost a spouse to cancer. Lane is beyond upset. She hardly knows the guy and... he is a Mormon, something she knows nothing about. To top it off, she must stay with her new step-aunt while her mom is away on her honeymoon. Lane finds herself with her new anxiety-ridden step-cousin, Phoebe, on her way to an LDS young women's camp with a bunch of girls she knows nothing about. Confronted with memories of camping with her father in the wilderness, she tries to find her place at camp, make sense of the past year’s events and deal with her crisis of faith. Screening at LDS Film Festival, Saturday, March 7, 10:00 am, Scera Showhouse II. Theater premiere Utah August 14, 2015, opens nationwide September 11, 2015.

Pete & Maxine: The Grimms' Tale: Documentary, 94 minutes, color, 201; Director: Christopher Allen Garcia; Writer: Joel Ackerman, James Alexander; Producer: Christopher Allen Garcia, Joel Ackerman; Executive Producer: Michael Hill; Director of Photography: Scott Winn; Original Score: Ryan Shengren King; Editor: Christopher Allen Garcia, Scott Winn. Synopsis: Against the backdrop of tragedy and prosperity, this is the story of Pete Grimm and Maxine Tate, their childhood and how they were brought together during WWII in the Pacific. They eventually married, started a family and lived in the Philippines. All the while Maxine, a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, drew members together wherever she went. She and Pete helped to make it possible for the church to enter the Philippine Islands and they have an honored place in the history of the church and the hearts of the members there. Shown at the LDS Film Festival 2013; Thursday, January 24, 2:00 pm, Scera Xango Grand Theatre.

The Playbook: Steven Thomas (Mick Preston) strives to live a worthy life as a loving father and basketball coach. However, after a tragic accident caused by a drunken friend sees Stevens family torn apart, Steven struggles to come to terms with forgiving the person responsible, and this causes him to lose a grip on those things most important to him. But as his ideal world begins to fall apart, it is through the support of his young basketball team, he manages to use his basketball playbook to rekindle his spiritual worthiness and be the father he was meant to be. Thus not only inspiring his young team to realize that there is more to life than winning basketball games, but also get his life and family back on track.
The Playbook is an inspirational feature film that will move you to tears and have you cheering for the underdog.
It features an outstanding cast of wonderful Australian actors including exciting new talent Harry Borland as Cody, Dennis Coard (Home & Away), Lauren Clair (Underbelly) Kath Gordon (City Homicide) as Bonnie, and introducing Lloyd Edwards as Garrett.
It is filmed entirely on location in the Bass Coast and South Gippsland region of Victoria, Australia, with the generous assistance of Film Victoria.
LDS members who worked on the film include:Darran Scott as Writer/Director/Producer; Executive Producer: Paul Hutchinson; Associate Producer and Production Supervisor: Jennifer Scott; Danna Tanner: Script Editor; Albert Chompff; Cast:Elijah Costigan; Barclay Kaipuke; Matt Kaipuke; Orien Wright; Sharon Mits; Tim Mits; Jaysen Valdes; and Shannen Valdes. Music composed by Stephen J Anderson. Shown at the LDS Film Festival 2013; Wednesday, January 23, 7:00 pm, Scera Showhouse II; Saturday, January 26, 4:30 pm, Scera Xango Grand Theatre.

Reel Legacy: Documentary, 50 minutes, color, 2012; Writer, Director: Thomas E. Laughlin; Producer: Chad Carr, LeGrand Hunsaker, Cade Thalman; Director of Photography: Chad Carr; Original Score: Aaron James Karr; Editor: Thomas E. Laughlin; Historical Consultant: Pete Czerny, David K. Jacobs. Cast: T.C. Christensen, Reed Smoot, George Griner, Grant Williams, Pete Czerny, Peter Johnson, Richard Hatch, John Linton, Dennis Lisonbee, David K. Jacobs, Scott Swofford, Richard Bickerton. Wally Broberg. Synopsis: Former Disney character animator Wetzel (“Judge”) O. Whitaker left a lucrative career at Walt Disney Studios to answer the call of LDS Church President David O. McKay, to come to Utah and start a film studio for the LDS Church and head up a film program at Brigham Young University. For the first time ever on camera, veteran filmmakers who knew and worked with Judge, sit down and talk about his life, his trials, and the challenges he faced, from no film crews or sufficient funding, to building a state-of-the-art Hollywood style studio in the 1950's. For those looking for an authentic, real glimpse into what ‘independent’ filmmaking was like back in the 1950’s, this documentary offers insights into the LDS Church’s untold and unique film-making history from the filmmakers’ point of view. Shown at the LDS Film Festival 2013; Thursday, January 24, 4:30 pm, Scera Xango Grand Theatre.

Saints and Soldiers: Airborne Creed: Go Films presents in association with KOAN, an Adam Abel Production; A Ryan Little film: Saints and Soldiers: Airborne Creed, the highly anticipated new chaper of the award-winning film, Saints and Soldiers. On August 15, 1944, the 517th Parachute Regimental Combat Team (PRCT) jumped over the south of France. Their mission was to support and protect the Allied Troops marching to Berlin. Landing in enemy territory, they fell under immediate attack. In their effort to complete the mission and rendezvous with their unit, three isolated paratroopers come across a group of French resistants in desperate need. They decide to help liberate some of the captive Partisans. Doing so, they risk their lives in an effort to live the Airborne Creed. Starring Corbin Allred, David Nibley, and Jasen Wade. Screenplay by Lamont Gray and Lincoln Hoppe. Landing in theaters August 17, 2012.

The Saratov Approach: Garrett Batty wrote and directed this drama about two Mormon missionaries who were kidnapped and held ransom while serving in Saratov, Russia in 1998. Corbett Allred plays missionary Elder Tuttle; Maclean Nelson plays Elder Probst; Alex Veadov and Nikita Bogolyubov play their Russian captors. Release Date is March 15, 2014.See the trailer at The Saratov Approach

Singing With Angels:
Singing With Angels: In 2014 Candlelight Media Group and the Mormon Tabernacle agreed to collaborate on a feature film (not a documentary) called Singing with Angels. The film was written by Brittany Wiscombe and directed by Brian Brough. It stars Sarah Kent, Scott Christopher, and Anne Sward. It depicts the amazing experiences of one woman and the strength she draws from singing, which helps her through the struggles she and her family face. Filming began in April of 2015 and is now in post-production. It will be released in 2016.

The Spirit of the Game (Mormon Yankees) Synopsis: In the lead up to the 1956 Olympic games, a group of missionaries are tasked with helping the fledgling Australian basketball team compete in their first ever Olympics, and in doing so, unite a nation still coming to grips after the war. Directed and written by Darran Scott. Cast: Kevin Sorbo: Parley Condie; Aaron Jakubenko: Delyle Condie; Anna McGahan: Elspeth; Wade Briggs: Don Hull; Nicholas Denton: Elder Grobert; Cameron Cauldfield: Brett Davies. Released October 7, 2016.

16 Stones: Sixteen stones were touched by the finger of the Lord. They came across an ocean to a new land--but where are they now? Two people race against competitors and time to find the stones today, before they're lost to the wrong hands. Coming to theaters October 1, 2014. From Candlelight Media Group and director Brian Brough. See 16 Stones for trailer and updates.

The Song That Changed My Life: TV Series/Documentary, 75 minutes, color, 2012; Director: Russ Kendall, Micah Merrill; Producer: Russ Kendall; Executive Producer: Scott Swofford, Derek Marquis, Sam Cardon; Director of Photography: Munn Powell, Justin Andrews; Editor: Yurri Hydrick, Michael Bradshaw, Enge VanWagoner. Synopsis: The Song That Changed My Life features musicians talking about the songs that changed the direction of their lives and careers and influenced who they are as people and artists. Directors Russ Kendall and Micah Merrill will show several episodes of this original series from BYUtv. Shown at the LDS Film Festival 2013; Saturday, January 26, 1:00 pm, Scera Showhouse II.

Tragedy & Truth: What Happened at Hawn's Mill: Documentary, 2013; Director: Dennis Lyman, Bryant Bush; Writer: Glenn Rawson; Producer: Dennis Lyman. Glenn Rawson; Director of Photography: Dennis Lyman; Original Score: Melanie Park, Kevin MacLeod, Vadim Kiselev, Jason Cassel; Editor: Adam Lyman, Bryant Bush; Historical Consultant: Alex Baugh; Sound Design: Matt Davis. Cast: Glenn Rawson, William Hartley, Jonathan Bullen, Alexander Baugh, Kim Wilson. Voice Over - Diane Prince, Rob Prince, Kenneth Peck, Richard Kannarr, Michael Landon, Lynn Croft, Wallace Wright. Synopsis: On the afternoon of October 30, 1838, a vigilante force of over two hundred armed men attacked and raided the small settlement known as Hawn's Mill in eastern Caldwell County, Missouri. The premeditated assault left 17 Mormon men and boys dead and over a dozen others wounded. But those who remained had little time to mourn their loss. Afraid of another attack, short of help, and facing unseasonably cold temperatures, the shocked survivors quickly buried their dead in an unfinished dry well. From the producers of the History of the Saints television series comes this full-length documentary on the story of the Hawn's Mill Massacre.Premier: 14th Annual LDS Film Festival, February 6, 2014, at Scera Center, Orem Utah.

Unresolvable? The Kingdom of God on Earth: Documentary, 87 minutes, color, 2012; Writer, Director: Bryan D. Hall, Jack Donaldson; Producer: Bryan D. Hall, Jack Donaldson, John Carosella; Executive Producer: Randall Paul, W. Wilder Knight II; Director of Photography: Johnny Hall; Production Designer: Jimi Salazar; Original Score: Jamen Brooks; Editor: Bryan D. Hall, Jack Donaldson. Synopsis: Angered by the barrage of attacks on his faith and desperate for answers, Bryan Hall, a devout Mormon, travels into the heart of the Bible Belt to discover for himself what it means to be a "Christian." The world he discovers is more terrifying and heartwarming than he ever could have imagined. Somewhere between the growing movement to establish a Christian Nation and those who believe Christ's Kingdom is not of this world, the lines between fanaticism and devotion are easily blurred. Ultimately, Hall is forced to face the same questions that he is lancing at his religious rivals. Unresolvable? challenges viewers to ask themselves the most difficult and revealing question in all of Christianity: Must you - really - love your enemies to be a true disciple of Christ? Shown at the LDS Film Festival 2013; Friday, January 25, 2:00 pm, Scera Xango Grand Theatre.

Who We Are: Written and directed by Michael Flynn. Synopsis: Six LDS Institute students find themselves spending a weekend at a luxury cabin at Sundance, Utah, at the behest of New York Times Best Selling Author Jack Mason. Their mission: Get to know each other. In the process their discussions of love, relationships, past struggles, and conflicts lead them to uncover who they really are and what they really believe. And they find understanding, support, and new friends. Starring: Mason D. Davis as Cole, Michael Flynn as Fielding, XXXas Mollie, XXX as Spree, XXXas Richard, XXX as Riley, XXX as Matias.

Other Upcoming Films, made by Latter-day Saints

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Other Upcoming Films by Latter-day Saint Filmmakers

Abolitionists: Documentary, 87 minutes, color, 2015
Official Website: The Abolitionists
Director, Producer: Darrin Fletcher, Chet Thomas; Writer: Darrin Fletcher, Chet Thomas, Mike Chenoweth; Executive Producer: Gerald R. Molen, Ryan F. Welch, John Moreland, Amber Moreland; Director of Photography: Tristan Whitman; Original Score: Tim Jones; Editor: Mike Chenoweth.
Cast: Tim Ballard.
Synopsis:
Over 90% of the children that are being exploited as child sex slaves, in the world, fall outside the purview of the U.S. rescue and justice systems. For this very reason, Special Agent Tim Ballard turns in his Homeland Security badge and resigns from the United State Government. Follow Tim Ballard as he creates his own team of highly qualified individuals and goes undercover to rescue these lost children. Shown at LDS Film Festival, Thursday, March 4, 2016, Scera Showhouse II.

Adrenaline: Drama, 94 minutes, color, 2014. Director: Joseph Simpkins, Alex Chatfield (co-director); Writer: Joseph Q. Simpkins, Alex Chatfield, Michael Rosander; Producer: Irene Santiago, William Simpkins, Bryce Neier; Executive Producer: Del M. Baron, Joseph Simpkins, William Simpkins, Irene Santiago, Bryce Neier; Director of Photography: Eli Wallace-Johansson, Chris Davis; Production Designer: Natalie Smith, Kristin Mason;Original Score: Jason Graves; Editor: Ryan Risley; 1st AD: Joth Riggs; 2nd AD: Casey Mako, Cory Howard. Cast: John Schneider, Gregory Alan Williams,Charlene Amoia, Michael Rosander, Myke Holmes, Anthony Reynolds, Mark Jeffery Miller.Synopsis:
A young street racer has his life turned upside down when he is involved in a near fatal accident while illegally street racing. He is then befriended by an old racing partner of his father who helps him get back in a car to race again legally on the track using hand controls. He also must learn to walk, love and ultimatley trust again with the help of his hospital roomate and therapist. Screening: LDS Film Festival, Friday, March 6, 2015, 7:30 pm, Scera Xango Grand Theatre.

Austenland: Comedy/Romance, 97 minutes, color, 2013. Official Website: Austenland; Director: Jerusha Hess; Writer: Jerusha Hess, Shannon Hale; Producer: Stephenie Meyer, Meghan Hibbett, Gina Mingacci; Executive Producer: Robert Fernandez, Dan Levinson; Associate Producer: Jared Hess; Director of Photography: Larry Smith; Production Designer: James Merifield; Original Score: Ilan Eshkeri; Editor: Nick Fenton. Cast: Keri Russell, JJ Feild, Bret McKenzie, Jennifer Coolidge, James Callis, Georgia King, Rupert Vansittart, Ricky Whittle, Jane Seymour. Synopsis: Austenland is a romantic comedy about 30-something, single Jane Hayes, a seemingly normal young woman with a secret: her obsession with all things Jane Austen. But when she decides to spend her life savings on a trip to an English resort catering to Austen-crazed women, Jane's fantasies of meeting the perfect Regency-era gentleman suddenly become more real than she ever could have imagined. Based on the novel by Shannon Hale, the film was written and directed by Jerusha Hess (writer, Napoleon Dynamite) and produced by Stephenie Meyer's Fickle Fish Films. Screening at LDS Film Festival, Friday, March 6, 2015, 2:30 pm, Scera Xango Grand Theatre.

Champions of the West: Documentary, 87 minutes, color, 2014. Director: Matt Judkins; Writer: David Rodeback; Producer: David Rodeback, John Miller, Allison Dean, Sarah Beeson; Executive Producer: Matt Judkins, David Rodeback; Director of Photography: Matt Judkins, Russ Judkins; Production Designer: Matt Judkins, Russ Judkins; Original Score: Audio Network, FirstCome; Editor: Matt Judkins; Cinematographer: Russ Judkins. Cast: John Miller, Ed Gobbel, and the American Fork High School Marching Band. Synopsis:
Champions of the West features the American Fork High School Marching Band and their 2013 journey to Grand Nationals in Indianapolis with their show, Fury. Highlighted by dozens of personal interviews with band members, staff, parents, administrators, and community leaders, Champions of the West offers an intimate view of the Western Regional
Champion marching band and its place in the American Fork community. Narrated by L. Kent Bates. Screening: LDS Film Festival,Saturday, March 7, 2015, 10:30 am, Scera Xango Grand Theatre.

Chick Magnets : Comedy, 94 minutes, color, 2012; Director: Brian Douros; Writer: Josh Putnam; Producer: Michael Hardle, Adam White; Director of Photography: Josh Rowley; Original Score: Josh Putnam; Editor: David Skousen. Cast: Josh Putnam, Dashiell Wolf, Tatum Langton, Heather Meacham, Jason Wixom, Jarrod Phillips. Synopsis: The art of getting women just seems to evade some guys. And in this case it's Truman, Fitch and Ryan. Armed with "Fitch's 32 Rules to Get Women," these complete and utter dorks set out to attract the ladies of their dreams. Truman has loved Beth for as long as he can remember. But she's the pretty girl in school, and he's the kind of guy the jocks shove into lockers. Can these three figure out a way to get Beth to notice Truman? Their clumsy attempts will take them through a myriad of awkwardly funny moments that will either unlock the secret to any woman's heart, or label them losers for the rest of their lives. Shown at the LDS Film Festival 2013; Thursday, January 24, 9:30 pm, Scera Xango Grand Theatre.

Christmas Eve: Directed by Mitch Davis; written by Mitch Davis and Tyler McKellar. Synopsis: When a power outage traps six different groups of New Yorkers inside elevators on Christmas Eve, they find that laughter, romance, and a little holiday magic will get them through - and change their lives in unexpected ways. A heartless real estate tycoon (Patrick Stewart) clings to life in a precarious construction elevator hundreds of feet off the ground. Unexpected relationships bloom for a musician(Cheryl Hines) stuck with her dysfunctional orchestra mates, as well as an aspiring fashion photographer
(James Roday) confined with the introverted paralegal in his apartment building (Julianna Guill). A crass HR manager (Max Casella) trapped with an employee he just fired (Jon Heder), and a cynical doctor (Gary Cole) transporting his terminal patient are forced to reconsider the way they think about others in this allstar ensemble comedy that proves that in a city of eight million, you never know who you might get stuck with. Release date December 4, 2015. Shown at LDS Film Festival, Saturday, March 5, 2016, Scera Showhouse II.

Christmas Oranges: Feature length film by Covenant Communications and Mainstay Productions. Directed by John Lyde and Written by Sally Meyer. Synopsis: In a town not so far away and a time not so long ago, baby Rose was left on the porch of Greenwoods Orphanage, where Mrs. Hartley (Nancy Stafford) and the children under her tender care became her family. At Greenwoods, resources are scarce, but there is an abundance of love, and Rose ( Bailee Johnson) enjoys a nearly idyllic childhood until shortly after her tenth birthday, when tragedy strikes and an influenza epidemic wields a deadly toll on Greenwoods. The surviving children are abruptly separated and sent to various places to live. Rose is callously shipped to Irongates Orphanage—a place that seems as cold and cruel as her previous home was kind. The strict headmaster, Mr. Crampton (Edward Hermann), immediately seems to dislike Rose—and makes sure she is punished for any minor infraction of his rules. Rose soon makes friends with Emily (Savanna Kylie Lewis), but in spite of her gentle and forgiving nature, she also has rivals who will take any chance they can to get her into trouble. When she learns that every Christmas Mr. Crampton’s generous brother donates a box of oranges for the children, Rose waits in eager anticipation. An orange is an unknown indulgence to her. And the way the other children describe the sweet and juicy fruit, Rose is sure it must be the most delicious treat in the world. However, on Christmas morning, Rose is more than brokenhearted when she learns Mr. Crampton is punishing her again. But, Christmas can be a time of miracles. Share a slice of Christmas sweetened with friendship and love in this poignant Christmas story based on a classic holiday tale. Shown at the LDS Film Festival 2013; Saturday, January 26, 11:30 am, Scera Xango Grand Theatre.

The Cokeville Miracle: On May 16, 1986, David and Doris Young stormed into Cokeville Elementary in Cokeville, Wyoming, and took the entire student body hostage then set off a bomb. It’s something the tiny community will never forget and an incident filmmaker T.C. Christensen is documenting. The working title for the movie is "The Cokeville Miracle," and Christensen said to watch for it to be released between March and July 2015. Ron Hartley was an investigator for the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office at the time and he remembers the day clearly. "I didn't even know anything about the bombing until I drove up on the scene," Hartley said. "My heart just sank, because I knew I had four children in there." As he arrived on scene, it was a mass of confusion. "There were little kids, lots of little kids coming out, and they were black with smoke," Hartley said. "Their faces were tear streaked through the smoke. It was total chaos. The ceiling lights were all blown out and the TV was all melted. There were pockmarks on the wall and the explosion went straight up through the ceiling instead of going out." The bomb investigator had no explanation for why the bomb went up instead of out.
"When I walked up towards him, he just said, 'Hartley, I'm not a religious man,' but he said this is a miracle," Hartley said. "If this had gone off the way it was intended to go off, it would have leveled this school and there would be a lot of dead children." After the Youngs set off the bomb, miraculously the only people killed in the blast were them. In the days following the explosion, many of the children in the room reported seeing guardian angels present in the room at the time of the bombing. Ron Hartley’s boy was one of them "I asked, 'What happened at the bombing, son?' And he said there were angels there," Hartley said. "There were angels for everybody."
Hartley's son told him as the bomb went off the angels surrounded the explosion and went up through the ceiling with the blast and then came back down. His son had no idea that the bomb investigator was perplexed about how the bomb went up instead of out. After hearing his son's explanation of events, Hartley was convinced his boy spoke the truth. This is the event Christensen plans to highlight on the big screen. Survivors from the original hostage situation have gone there and have found healing. Kamron Wixom was a sixth-grade student at Cokeville Elementary at the time of the bombing. He visited the set of the film several times. "I gave 17 pages of journal notes that I compiled together and tried to remember everything I could and handed it over to T.C.," Wixom said. "Whether it was for him or for me, I needed to write it down. It made it so that the experience for me became a third-person thing that I could look at as if I was watching a movie." Screening: March 7, 2015 at LDS Film Festival, 7:30 pm, Scera Xango Grand
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Common Chord: Drama, 2013; Official Website: Common Chord; Director: Deric Olsen; Writer: Trevor Carroll, Deric Olsen; Producer: George Gallant, Deric Olsen; Executive Producer: Guy McNabb, Michael Orr; Director of Photography: Jim McNally; Original Score: Thyro Sharell; Editor: Deric Olsen; Art Director: C. Blake Evernden.
Cast: Jason Cermak, Pete Seadon, Ashlin Malik, Douglas MacArthur, Erin Bourke-Henderson. Synopsis: After the tragic death of his ex-girlfriend, Kyle struggles to accept the responsibility of being a father to Teigan, the young daughter who they had together. Amidst pressure from Teigan's grandfather, Bill, for legal custody and Kyle's desire to pursue his dreams of being a professional musician, he strives to find his way. As details of their complex history emerge, the pain and resentment Kyle and Bill feel towards each other blinds them to the love they share for the little girl who connects them. As their unwillingness to reconcile threatens to tear her away from both of them forever, their journey becomes an odyssey of redemption, commitment and forgiveness as they discover what is most important in their lives.
Premier: 14th Annual LDS Film Festival, February 6, 2014, at Scera Center, Orem Utah.

Cripta: Mystery, 2013; Official Website: Cripta; Writer, Director, Producer, Director of Photography, Editor: Marco Lui; Executive Producer: Marco Lui; Original Score: Massimiliano Titi. Cast: Virginia Ruspini, Risolino Francesco, Giovanni Drago, Baldacci Costanza, Walter Peraro. Synopsis: Six young virtual archaeologists are learning a special lesson about the truth. A virtual enemy sequesters their curator - he will be the ransom to force them to solve an enigmatic videogame. The key for all will be the word truth. Will they be able to arrive at a conclusion? Italian with English subtitles. Premier: 14th Annual LDS Film Festival, February 7, 2014, at Scera Center, Orem Utah.

Dawn of the Dragon Slayer:
Mystery, 80 minutes, color, 2013
Official Website: Cripta
Writer, Director, Producer, Director of Photography, Editor: Marco Lui; Executive Producer: Marco Lui; Original Score: Massimiliano Titi.
Cast: Virginia Ruspini, Risolino Francesco, Giovanni Drago, Baldacci Costanza, Walter Peraro.
Synopsis:
Six young virtual archaeologists are learning a special lesson about the truth. A virtual enemy sequesters their curator - he will be the ransom to force them to solve an enigmatic videogame. The key for all will be the word truth. Will they be able to arrive at a conclusion? Italian with English subtitles.

Dawn of the Dragon Slayer: Drama/Fantasy. Director: Anne Black. Will and his father live a simple and pastoral life in the mountains. When Will's father is killed by a dragon, Will must journey down the mountain and use a mysterious family connection from years earlier to prepare for his final battle with the dragon. Premiere at the 2012 LDS Film Festival, January 26, 27, 2012.

Dr. Smith and the Fantastic Castle: Drama/Comedy, 70 minutes, color, 2013; Writer, Director, Producer: Marco Lui; Director of Photography, Editor: Marco Lui; Original Score: Massimiliano Titi. Cast: Marco Lui, Virgilia Ruspini, Laura Loritz. Synopsis: Dr. Smith and the Fantastic Castle is a magical story, located in an enchanted castle where a psychologist tries to save a rebellious teenager from an imaginary world in which she lives in. Will Dr. Smith manage to conquer the girl's trust? A funny but also thought-provoking movie in which the narrative is led by psychological and creative duels. Shown at the LDS Film Festival 2013; Saturday, January 26, 7:00 pm, Scera Xango Grand Theatre.

Dudes & Dragons:
Comedy/Fantasy, 113 minutes, color, 2015
Facebook Page: Dudes & Dragons
Writer, Director: Maclain Nelson, Stephen Shimek; Producer: Jake Sorenson, Kristi Shimek, David Wulf, Stephen Shimek, Maclain Nelson; Executive Producer: Jake Sorenson, Maclain Nelson; Director of Photography: Cammon Randle; Production Designer: Jonas Sappington; Original Score: Robert Allen Elliott; Editor: Kristi Shimek.
Cast: Adam Johnson, Maclain Nelson, Kaitlin Doubleday, James Marsters, Luke Perry, Clare Niederpruem, Jake Van Wagoner, Erik Denton, Shannon Engemann.
Synopsis:
An evil wizard, Lord Tensley, seeks the hand and heart of the beautiful princess, Lady Ennogard. When she refuses, he locks her away and releases a deadly dragon, which he controls, to terrorize the land. He vows that, until she accepts his love, his dragon will destroy all who dare to display any sign of love throughout the kingdom. Desperate to end the tyranny, she sends an enchanted dragonfly with a mission to find a true Warrior who is fit to release her from her captor and stop the destruction of the dragon. Meanwhile a young warrior, Camilan, braves the attacks of the Dragon and plans to marry his true love, the elf princess Larec. But his parents refuse to give their blessing, as marrying outside of their race would forfeit the family birthright. His only hope is to find a wife for his estranged older brother Ramicus, a rogue bounty hunter. But convincing the wild-hearted Ramicus to settle down and secure the family's inheritance seems a feat as impossible as any heroic quest. Camilan reunites with his brother with the hope that he will be able to soften his heart. His attempts are in vain until Lady Ennogard's dragonfly reaches their camp and relays her call of distress. Enamored by her beauty and lured by the promise of wealth, Ramicus agrees to take on the heroic task. So Ramicus and his Orc sidekick Shokdor, and Camilan and his loyal squire Samton, set off on a journey to rescue Lady Ennogard and put an end to the dragon and the evil reign of the powerful Lord Tensley. Shown at LDS Film Festival, Saturday, March 5, 2016, Scera Xango Grand Theatre

Heart of the Matter: Documentary, 75 minutes, color, 2014. Director: Jessica Mockett; Producer: Jessica Mockett, Nathan D. Lee, Jordan Harker; Director of
Photography: Travis Cline; Production Designer: Sam Demke; Original Score: Jeremy Lamb; Editor: Nathan D. Lee. Synopsis: The Heart of the Matter is the first documentary to
give viewers an honest, complete portrait of what it's like to be a Christian addicted to pornography and sex. This one-of-a-kind film is unique because it brings hope to a subject typically shrouded in shame and silence. From first exposure to complete healing, you will witness both personal accounts and expert commentary on the devastating effects of pornography on one’s self-worth, family, and faith - but you will also experience the hope and joy ofrecovery. Screening at LDS Film Festival, Saturday, March 7, 2015, 1:00 pm, Scera Xango Grand.

Joan of Arc Joan of Arc, is a new docudrama about the unlikely French heroine who played a pivotal role in world history. Filmed in France and using the actual 15th century records of Joan's trial for heresy, the narrative conveys the story of how a humble farm girl guided by the voice of God became a true symbol of courage and faith by leading her country to victory. Written and directed by Emmy award-winning filmmaker Russell Holt, produced by Holt and Adam Abel, and edited by Tanner Christensen, the 80-minute docudrama chronicles how a young girl's devotion to her Christian faith led her to change the course of history. Emmy-winning composer, Sam Cardon, created and recorded the original score for Joan of Arc with the City Of Prague Philharmonic at Smecky Studios in Prague. Ryan Little, the award-winning director of photography, brings to life historically accurate dramatic re-enactments of events and battles in their actual locations throughout France. Leading Joan of Arc historians and religious leaders featured in the docudrama include: Helen R. Castor Ph.D., Bye-Fellow, Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge, Author of Joan of Arc: A History
Jeremy DuQuesnay Adams Ph.D., Professor and Altshuler Distinguished Teaching Professor Medieval Europe, Southern Methodist University; Daniel Hobbins Ph.D., Associate Professor of History, Notre Dame University; Bonnie Wheeler Ph.D., Associate Professor and Director of Medieval Studies, Southern Methodist University and Director, International Joan of Arc Society
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; Gérald R. Caussé, Presiding Bishop, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Joan of Arc will premiere Nov. 26th on BYUtv at 6pm MT/8pm ET, followed by a 10-minute behind-the-scenes special and will be rebroadcast throughout the 2015 Holiday Season.

John: How to Win a Girl's Heart Production Company: Marco Lui; Writer, Director, Producer: Marco Lui; Director of Photography, Editor: Marco Lui; Original Score: CR. Cast: Jacopo Golin, Anna Mistura, Marco Lui, Alison Medini, Fabio Ganz, Yari Polla, Alberto Limatore, Roberto Cristofoli, Alice Risolino, Dania Bulbarelli, Roberto Canevaro, Giulia Sarte, Giada Marra, Giada Bizzarro, Michela Bombieri, Valentina Savoia, Andrea Restiglian, Federica Gibilisco. Synopsis: A modern knight makes a long adventurous journey in search of the princess of his dreams. Unfortunately, he is a bit clumsy with girls. But one night in a dream, a magical character directs him to the wises of love, the most mysterious experts in winning a girl. John puts all of their somewhat strange advice into practice, only to discover that the magic of love might be closer than he thought. Screening at the LDS Film Festival, Thursday, March 5, 2:30 pm, Scera Showhouse II.

The Last Descent Synopsis: In 2009, John Jones explored an un-mapped section of the famous Nutty Putty Cave. After becoming stuck in a hole 18 inches wide and 150 feet under ground, rescue crews worked frantically and heroically to free him. This is the story inspired by not only the incident at Nutty Putty, but by the way John lived his entire life. Cast: Chadwick Hopson as John Jones, Alexis Johnson as Emily Jones, Landon Henneman as Aaron, Jyllian Petrie as Susie, Jacob Omer as Josh, Mason D. Davis as Young man in dark, Ben Lokey as old man in dark. Directed by
Isaac Halasima, Producer: Bryan Fugal; Associate Producer: Mike Staheli; Producer: Aaron Stephenson. Released September 16, 2016.

The Last Man(s) on Earth: The Last Man(s) on Earth Comedy, 87 minutes, color, 2012; Writer, Director: Aaron Hultgren; Producer: Joe England; Director of Photography: Eric Dove; Original Score: Kevin G. Lee; Editor: Brady Bluhm, Kenlon Clark; Co-Producer: Katie Toscano. Cast: Charan Prabhakar, Brady Bluhm, Andrea Ciliberti, Darin Southam, Rick Macy, Elizabeth Knowelden. Synopsis: When inept YouTube survival experts Kaduche and Wynn discover the world’s destruction will be man-made, it’s up to them to thwart the mysterious forces trying to end the world before it’s too late. Teaming up with their nemesis, the girl of their dreams, and an eccentric visionary known as the Oracle, the group sets out to battle domestic terrorists, disenfranchised Russian communists and zombies, only to learn that instead of saving the world they may be the ones destroying it! Shown at the LDS Film Festival 2013; Saturday, January 26, 9:00 pm, Scera Xango Grand Theatre.

The Last Straw: Rob Diamond is the director of The Last Straw. Synopsis: Christmas is supposed to be a season of love, warm feelings, and happy hearts. But with the children’s constant bickering, pretty packages and a sweet-smelling tree don’t come close to filling the McDonald home with the true spirit of the first Christmas. Then Mom remembers an old tradition of building a soft bed for Baby Jesus one straw at a time. Each time someone secretly does something nice for another family member, he or she gets to add a single straw to the manger. Soon the children’s quarreling and negative feelings subside and the homemade crib is overflowing. But for one family member, a required act of kindness becomes more than he can take. The Last Straw is a true story. Producers: Shelley Bingham Husk,producer;Ron Brough,executive producer; Rob Diamond, producer; Barry evans, executive producer; Joshua Pearson,producer; Writers, Shelley Bingham-Husk & Rob Diamond (contributing writer); Cast:Corbin Bernsen = Mr. G.; Adam Johnson = Richard; Britani Bateman = Paula; Darien Willardson = Landon; Madison Bontempo = Jordan; Bryton Myler = Eric; = Aisha Garcia—Amber; Cassidey Nelson = Kelly; Emerson Hamp = Randi; Kellen Hart = Mike. Music: Russ Whitelock; Cinematography: Nathan D. Lee; Film Editing: Bradley Olsen; Set Decoration: Aaron B. Cole; Makeup Department:Denise Christensen--key makeup artist. (2014)

Love Everlasting: Written and directed by Rob Diamond. Produced by Rob Diamond, Dallon Smith, Josh Pearson, Michael Andrew, Lucky Blue Smith. Starring: Lucky Blue Smith, Emily Procter (CSI: Miami, The West Wing), and Christie Burke. Synopsis: Bridger Jenkins was born with a rare heart defect and is in desperate need of a transplant. At the tender age of only 3 years, Bridger's life is hanging in the balance. His doting mother Helen is raising Bridger on her own and is in search of a miracle. The doors of heaven are soon opened and Bridger receives the heart he needs to go on living. 14 years later, Bridger has grown into an outstanding young man who knows that his time on earth is limited. His romantic heart longs to find true love and to see the ocean before his time runs out. Living in poverty, his mother has done everything in her power to give her son a good life, but their world is once again turned upside down when Bridger's abusive stepfather threatens their lives. On the road with only 197 dollars to their name, Bridger and his mother embark on one finally journey to fulfill a lifelong dream. But a series of obstacles foil their plan and they end up stuck in the middle of nowhere - a small town that will prove to change their destiny. When Bridger has a chance encounter with a green-eyed beauty shrouded in insecurity sparks fly and an everlasting bond is ignited between two misfits longing for acceptance and true love. Release: November 15, 2016.

Masterminds Jared Hess (writer/director of Napoleon Dynamite and Nacho Libre) directed this action comedy, based on a true story of the largest heist in US History--$17 million. Starring Zach Galifianakis, Kristen Wiig, Owen Wilson, Leslie Jones, Kate McKinnon, Jason Sudeikis, and Mary Elizabeth Ellis. Synopsis: David Ghantt (Zach Galifianakis) discovers the true meaning of adventure far beyond his wildest dreams. He is an uncomplicated man stuck in a monotonous life. Day in and day out he drives an armored vehicle, transporting millions of other people's money with no escape in sight. The only glimmer of excitement is his flirtatious work crush Kelly Campbell (Kristen Wiig) who soon lures him into the scheme of a lifetime. Along with a group of half-brained criminals led by Steve Chambers (Owen Wilson) and an absurdly faulted heist plan, David manages the impossible and makes off with $17 million in cash...only problem is he foolishly hands the money over to this wild group of double crossers and has been set up to take the fall. With the bandits blowing the millions on lavish and ridiculous luxuries, they leave behind a glaring trail of evidence. Now on the lam and in over his head, David must dodge the authorities, evade a hilarious hit man, Mike McKinney (Jason Sudeikis), and try to turn the tables on the ones he trusted most. Release date September 30, 2016.

Melted Hearts 2: Hablando de Suenos:Drama/Comedy, 98 minutes, color, 2014. Official Website: Catching Up Hablando de Sueños. Writer, Director: Jorge Ramirez Rivera; Producer: Madeline Tuckfield, Brent Jorgensen, Elizabeth Edmiston; Executive Producer: Kirk Thorpe, Brian Jewkes, Peter Benedict, Scott Jorgensen, Brent Jorgensen; Director of Photography: Michael Brewer, Michael West; Production Designer: James Clifford, Jamin Mata; Original Score: Manuel Carrasco; Editor: Jorge Ramirez Rivera; Gaffer: Michael West; Sound: Ryan Pederson; Wardrobe, Makeup and Hair: Tina Barnes; Casting: Joan Peterson. Cast: David Nibley, Cecile Munoz-Spinner, Menny Carrasco, Sophie Tuckfield, David Cardona, Rosalinda Lopez, Kenneth Applegate, Tony Davis, Ricky Dowse, Ed Cameron, Jonny Swenson, Elizabeth Edmiston, Jaron Winder, Angela Asay, Omar Sanchez Poncé. Synopsis: David, a young high school student in Mexico City, is in love with his fellow student, a Canadian girl named Monique. In their senior year of high school, Monique is fond of David as well, but she makes it clear to David that since he doesn’t come from her privileged background, he will not be part of her future. He follows Monique to the University in Utah, where he knows he can make a success of himself and meet Monique's expectations. There, he finds his calling as a singer. He also realizes that every step towards success and wealth is a step away from Monique, although he never stops loving her. David meets Monique again at their ten-year high school reunion and hopes they will pick up where they left off. Screening at the LDS Film Festival, Thursday, March 5, 2015, 5:00 pm, Scera Xango Grand Theatre.

95ers: Echoes : Science Fiction/Drama, 96 minutes, color, 2012; Writer, Director: Tom Durham; Producer: Tom Durham, Ali Durham, Brian Paul; Executive Producer: Tom Durham, Ali Durham; Director of Photography: Brian Paul, Tom Durham, Brett Evans, Craig Sullivan, Kels Goodman; Production Designer: Tom Durham, Kip Rasmussen, Clark Schaffer; Original Score: James Durham, Matt Cropper; Editor: Tom Durham; Based on "95ers" created by: Tom Durham, James Durham; Visual Effects: Tom Durham; Miniatures and Special Effects: Clark Schaffer. Cast: Ali Durham, Joel Bishop, Terence Goodman, Ian Paul Freeth, Chris Laird, Danor Gerald, Alix Taulbee, Anne Sward, Chris Miller, Alan Peterson. Synopsis: Special Agent Sally Biggs has a secret. She can rewind time--a few seconds--whenever she wants. It's enough to make her a celebrity at the FBI and control almost everything in her life. But deep down, she's afraid of the pain that comes from the things no one can control. Her life begins to unravel when her scientist husband disappears mysteriously. Paranormal apparitions begin to surround her, and strangers with terrifying technologies know her secret--and want her dead. Her only clue is her husband's ghost--who she follows onto a battlefield she never knew existed. She must discover the awesome truth that ties all the mysteries together before the fabric of her being--and the ones she loves most--fade out of reality. Shown at the LDS Film Festival 2013; Friday, January 25, 7:00 pm, Scera Xango Grand Theatre.

An Ordinary Hero: Documentary, 91 minutes, color, 2012; Writer, Director: Loki Mulholland; Producer: Loki Mulholland, Danor Gerald; Executive Producer: Stewart F. Hughes; Director of Photography: Denver Riddle; Original Score: Roger and Melanie Hoffman; Editor: Loki Mulholland. Synopsis: The courage to do what is right is rarely ever easy. When Joan Trumpauer Mulholland was only 10 years old she decided she would help end segregation in the South once and for all. By the time she was 19 years old she had been involved in over three dozen sit-ins and protests before she was put on death row without ever committing a crime... but that's just the beginning of her story. An Ordinary Hero is a rare glimpse into the life of a Civil Rights Legend and a message of hope and inspiration. It's a powerful reminder that all of us can do what is right and make a difference in this world. Shown at the LDS Film Festival 2013; Saturday, January 26, 2:00 pm, Scera Xango Grand Theatre.

Paradise High:Drama/Comedy/High School Dramedy, 130 minutes, color, 2015
Official Website: Paradise High
Director: Josh Wagner, Kirby Saxton; Writer: Josh Wagner, Zach Johnson, Kirby Saxton, Bransen Moyle, Lindsay Brown, Justus Page, Will McAllister; Producer: Will McAllister; Executive Producer: Rich Conder, Megan Conder; Director of Photography: Mitchell Richmond, Carlos Perdomo, Morgan Taylor; Production Designer: Justus Page, Sydnie Henderson, Nalani Gillingham, Riley Weston; Original Score: Nik Barron, Bon Saints, Jason Kelly Fullmer; Editor: Tyler Angus, Kirby Saxton.
Cast: Elizabeth Hall, Kirby Saxton, Shawna Eldrege, Orion Lyman, Taylor Conder, Allen Garcia, Peter Lara, Joshua David McLerran, Patrick Newman, Glenn Gregory, Will McAllister, Dakota Nelson, and Landon Kraczek.
Synopsis:
East Hollywood High School brings you a story about high school made in a high school: On her first day at her new school, Lindsay is insulted by a vegan hipster, kidnapped by conspiracy theorists, and shot in the face with a foam arrow—just an average day for most students at Paradise High. But not for Lindsay. She came to Paradise, not knowing it is a refuge for every drop-out, misfit, and weirdo in the district. But if she can just get her bearings and figure out how to fit in, she'll learn that she has the power to bring help and healing to the troubled students of Paradise. But what will happen when her new friends realize the one who needs the most help is Lindsay herself? Shown at LDS Film Festival, Friday, March 4, 2016, Scera Showhouse II.

Raiders! The Story of the Greatest Fan Film Ever Made: Raiders! The Story of the Greatest Fan Film Ever Made
Documentary, 94 minutes, color, 2016
Official Website: Raiders!
Director, Producer: Tim Skousen, Jeremy Coon; Executive Producer: Kyle Newman, Jonathan Coon; Director of Photography: Tim Irwin, Ed Stephenson; Original Score: Anton Sanko; Editor: Barry Poltermann.
Cast: Chris Strompolos, Eric Zala, Jayson Lamb.
Synopsis:
In 1981, three 11-year-olds in Mississippi set out to remake their favorite film: Raiders of the Lost Ark. With the help of all their friends, it took them seven years to complete. Except for one scene, the airplane scene. Thirty years later, they set out to finally finish their fan film and fully realize their childhood dream. This is the story behind the making of what is known as the greatest fan film ever made. Shown at LDS Film Festival, Saturday, March 5, 2016, Scera Xango Grand Theatre.

Riot: Plot: Copper Jack Stone purposefully orchestrates a bank robbery in order to be thrown into prison with the notorious Russian kingpin Balam. Balam is more than just a mob criminal; he's a very cunning and dangerous lord who controls the police force from behind bars. Balam lives in prison as a cover for his real power, which is King of the city. His cell is a lavish private room built specifically for him, inaccessible to most in the depths of the prison structure. Even the warden fears venturing into his area of the prison. However, even surrounded by his loyal henchmen and guards in his sectioned off fortress, Balam doesn't know Jack is coming for him to avenge his family, whom Balam murdered in cold blood. Balam is tough... but Jack is tougher. Directed by John Lyde; Writing Credits John Lyde, Spanky Dustin Ward. Cast: Matthew Reese, Dolph Lundgren, Chuck Liddell.

River of Victory: Documentary, 60 minutes, color, 2012; Director: Trevor Wright; Producer: Trevor Wright, A. Todd Smith, Jordan Augustine; Executive Producer: Jack Emery; Director of Photography: A. Todd Smith; Original Score: Lance Montgomery; Editor: Trevor Wright, A. Todd Smith; Sound Mixer: Ryan Augustine; Title Design: Josh Kikkert; Assistant Editor: Mark Lewis. Synopsis: River of Victory explores the complex love-hate relationship between Sang Ly, a young Cambodian mother, and the Stung Mean Chey landfill where she lives. While the dump provides her with a source of income, it's killing her son. After numerous attempts to heal her child fail, Sang Ly leaves the dump in search of a Cambodian healer from her homeland. In a haunting encounter with the healer, Sang Ly places faith in her culture, hoping to keep her son alive. Her experiences in the countryside cause her to reevaluate her relationships, not only with those she loves, but also with the dump she has come to abhor. Shown at the LDS Film Festival 2013; Friday, January 25, 4:30 pm, Scera Xango Grand Theatre.

Saga: Curse of the Shadow: Fantasy. A secret cabal, The Shadow, works to bring about the return of Goth Azul - the Undead God - in the rich world of SAGA, populated by elves, orcs, dwarves and dragons. Director:John Lyde; Writers:Jason Faller, Kynan Griffin ; Stars:Danielle Chuchran, Richard McWilliams, and Paul D. Hunt. Premier April 11, 2013.

Saint Street Drama, 80 minutes, color, 2012; Writer, Director, Producer: Rob Diamond; Executive Producer: Casey Craner; Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen; Production Designer: Dyonne Diamond; Original Score: Michael Lee Bishop; Editor: Bradley Olsen; Sound Mixer: Bob B. Melanson; Co-Producer: Dyoone Diamond, Mark Webb, Amanda Crander. Cast: Mark Webb, Jasen Wade, Jarrod Phillps, Karen Peterson, Clint Vanderlinden, Patrick Bogdanich, Amanda Craner, Aiden Beagley, Sahara Yasmin Krompel, Danya Craner, Nathan Dobbin, Sandra Stevens. Synopsis: Percy is a good man, but finds himself caught up in the riches of the world and is neglecting his most prized possession: his family. After being warned time and again to change his ways from a heavenly being from beyond, Percy is about to experience some grave consequences for his actions. In a series of tragic events, Percy faces humbling circumstances after losing everything in a car accident – his family, job and home. Paralyzed from the waist down and confined to a wheelchair, he is forced to be homeless and live in the gritty world of misfits on Saint Street. It is on Saint Street where Percy sees the light and changes his ways through the examples of the most unlikely of souls. Shown at the LDS Film Festival 2013; Friday, January 25, 7:30 pm, Scera Showhouse II.

Silent Night: Drama, 95 minutes, color, 2012; Writer, Director, Producer: Christian Vuissa; Executive Producers: Scott Swofford, Derek Marquis; Director of Photography: Ty Arnold; Production Designer: Curtis McOsker; Costume Design: Jyllian Petrie; Original Score: James Schafer; Editor: Ludwig Einklang. Cast: Carsten Clemens, Markus von Lingen, Clemens Aap Lindenberg, Janina Elkin, Florence Matousek. Synopsis: In 1818, when Joseph Mohr is assigned to be the new assistant priest in Oberndorf, a small Austrian town near Salzburg, the young man is full of ideas and ideals. His passion to bring the church closer to the common people sets him on a collision course with his new superior Father Nöstler. When Mohr organizes a church choir that includes outcasts from the local tavern and performs in German instead of Latin, Nöstler threatens him with disciplinary action. Their relationship further deteriorates when Maria, a regular tavern patron, surprisingly joins the performance of the all-male church choir. As Mohr’s initial successes start to crumble and his efforts backfire on him, he loses all hope and faces a trial of faith. The night before Christmas, Mohr has to decide if he will accept defeat and leave Oberndorf or embrace the true significance of the Holy Night. Shown at the LDS Film Festival 2013; Thursday, January 24, 5:00 pm, Scera Showhouse II.

Storm Rider:Drama, Director: Craig Clyde; Writer: Craig Clyde, Bryce W. Fillmore; Producer: Bryce W. Fillmore, Dave Hunter; Executive Producer: Trevor Drinkwater, Dave Hunter; Director of Photography: Brandon Christensen; Original Score: Russ Whitelock; Editor: Cody Petersen. Cast: Kevin Sorbo, Kristy Swanson, Danielle Chuchran, Jacob Buster, Darien Willardson, Sam Sorbo, Terrance Goodman, Sarah Bernstein, Jacque Gray, Amanda Swanson, Joey Miyashima, C. Thomas Howell. Synopsis: Spoiled 18-year old Dani Fieldings world is turned upside down when her father gets arrested for securities fraud, and she has to leave her upscale life in the city to stay with her gruff Uncle Sam out in the country. As Dani and her uncle struggle to bond, she's given an orphaned horse to foster and train. Dani pours her affection into this young horse, calling her Stormy and giving her all the attention she's missing from her unsettled life. Dani soon realizes that truly caring about others is the answer to most of life's biggest problems. Premier: 14th Annual LDS Film Festival, February 7, 2014, at Scera Center, Orem Utah.

Thunder Broke the Heavens: Drama, 92 minutes, color, 2015, Writer, Director: Tim Skousen; Producer: Tim Skousen, Robby Fernandez, Jeremy Coon, Hayley Skousen, John Nelson; Director of Photography: Ed Stephenson; Production Designer: Leslie Brown; Original Score: Karl Preusser, Will Bangs; Editor: Tim Skousen.
Cast: Alex Peters, Gavin Howe, Tanner Beard, Hadley Eure. Synopsis: Two siblings are left on their own after their family is killed in a huge tragedy. When the foster system fails them, they strike out on their own to figure out how to survive. They receive help from various sources, including supernatural ones. Screening at the LDS Film Festival, March 5, 2015, 7:30 pm, Scera Xango Grand Theatre.

The Uncomfortable Truth: Documentary by Loki Mulholland. Released Oct 29, 2017. When the award-winning filmmaker of "An Ordinary Hero", Loki Mulholland, dives into the 400 year history of institutional racism in America he is confronted with the shocking reality that his family helped start it all from the very beginning. Stars: Luvaughn Brown, Joan Mulholland, Loki Mulholland. The Uncomfortable Truth won Best Documentary at The National Black Film Festival, The Milledgeville Film Festival, The Park City International Film Festival and the Utah Film Awards.

Uphill Battle: Drama, Production Company: Uphill Battle; Writer, Director: Amy Kenney; Producer, Executive Producer: Shawn Kenney; Director of Photography: Rod Santiano; Original Score: Russ Whitelock; Editor: John Lyde. Cast: Aura Kenney, Chris Steele, Keegan Steele, Nathan Petty, Shelby Smith, Taylor Petty. Synopsis: Three years after a painful divorce due to her husband's addiction to pornography and subsequent infidelity, Erica Stratton works as an accountant to provide for her two children. Though she appears independent and strong, she struggles to free herself from the devastating memories of her broken marriage. Firm in her resolve to never trust again, she meets Michael and begins to question her decision. Torn between her broken past and an unknown future, will Erica find a way to heal? From the creators of Stand Strong,Uphill Battle is an inspiring story of hope and faith for those faced with starting over again. Premier: 14th Annual LDS Film Festival, February 7, 2014, at Scera Center, Orem Utah.

War Pigs: Action drama, Ryan Little, the director of 2013 WWII drama Saints and Solidiers, directed War Pigs. Writers: Adam Emerson, Steven Luke, and Andrew Kightlinger. The plot has a ragtag group of misfits on a secret mission behind enemy lines to find and capture a secret weapon being developed by Adolf Hitler and the SS. Luke Goss (Hellboy II), Noah Segan (Looper) and UFC fighter Chuck Liddell co-star. Dolph Lundgren and Mickey Rourke also star. Music by Alex Kharlamov,Director of Photography:
Ty Arnold, Film Editing by Katerina Valenti, Casting By Chelsea Ellis Bloch, Production Design by Chris Canfield, Art Direction by Scott Schulte, Costume Design by Casey Sill. Theatrical release September 18, 2015.

Wayward: The Prodigal Son: Drama, 2014; Facebook: Wayward: The Prodigal Son; Writer, Director: Rob Diamond; Producer: Mark Webb, Rob Diamond; Executive Producer: Sandra Stevens, Cal Nguyen; Director of Photography: Kels Goodman; Original Score: Russ Whitelock; Editor: Bradley Olsen. Cast: Landon Henneman, Blake Webb, Rob Diamond, Pam Eichner, Crystal Udy, Kristen Marie Jensen, Keith Phelps, Patrick Bogdanich, Keith Hottinger, Walter Platz. Synopsis: The Prodigal Son is well known from the book of Luke in the New Testament. It’s the story of a rebellious son who rejects his father’s upbringing. Prideful and strong, the son leaves home with his inheritance and leads a wild life of adventure, and squanders everything of value. It’s not until he’s confronted with failure and despair, that he returns home repentant and willing to do anything to win back his father’s favor. To his surprise and the surprise of others, he’s welcomed, without question, into his father’s loving and forgiving arms. No amount of time, no amount of money, and no amount of rebellion could get in the way of the father’s patience and unconditional love for his son. Wayward: The Prodigal Son tells this universal story by staying true to the roots of the story, but placing it in our day and age. Premier: 14th Annual LDS Film Festival, February 5, 2014, at Scera Center, Orem Utah.

* Based on average of RottenTomatoes.com ranking combined with average review grade for theatrically released films. The RottenTomatoes.com score is the percentage of reviews that were mainly positive, out of the total number of reviews. The average review grade is an average of number, letter, and star grades, standardized to the same scale. Full data set can be found here.

Because his films are older or played in a limited number of theaters, there are insufficient reviews for ranking Academy Award-winner Kieth Merrill.

Note that only films with Latter-day Saint characters are included on this list. Gospel-themed films, including stories from the Bible, as well as documentaries were not considered for this list. Church-produced films and feature films which had a traditional theatrical release were not considered.

Nearly without exception, all IMAX films listed here are documentaries. Most PBS productions listed here are documentaries, so they may not be also noted with a "d".

Additional Notes about LDS Filmography Pages* Names with asterisk: Published biographical sketch doesn't mention religious affilation, but person is from and/or lives in an area of Utah (or Cardston, Rexburg, etc.) in which at least 70% of the population are Latter-day Saints. Aside from those asterisk-marked filmmakers (who may or may not be LDS), all of the filmmakers and actors named on the LDS filmography pages are Latter-day Saints. With a few exceptions, all are active/practicing church members (or were while they were alive). Films have NOT been listed on these pages based on any determination of church activity, but non-practicing LDS filmmakers rarely discuss their church membership in media interviews. Hence, we are unaware of them and unable to add their films to these lists.

1 Superscript 1: Latter-day Saints that are not active churchgoers, or inviduals who were previously churchgoing Latter-day Saints but no longer are. With deceased individuals (e.g. Hal Ashby), refers to individuals who were Latter-day Saints, but were not active Churchgoers during the bulk of their career and when they died.

Note: Most films created by Latter-day Saint filmmakers are not made primarily for LDS audiences, even if they incorporate Latter-day Saint Christian values. This website is NOT any sort of "suggested viewing list." There are some great films listed here. But many of these films simply represent the work of working actors or filmmakers. Also, there are over 3,000 films listed on these pages; it would be senseless to try to see them all.

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